Ave Maria in the Afternoon – December 18, 2024 – Hour 2
Is Serving the Poor a Religious Act?
Earlier this year, the Wisconsin Supreme Court ruled that Catholic Charities of Wisconsin’s service to local needy was not “typical” religious activity, as the group serves Catholics and non-Catholics alike, meaning that Catholic Charities could not be granted a religious tax exemption. The Supreme Court has agreed to take the case, and Andrea Picciotti-Bayer has the details.

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A Day in the Life of a Military Bishop
As Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of the Military, Bishop Joe Coffey has a unique role. He joins us to share his ministry – and you can meet him on the 2026 Good News Cruise!
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Jesus, Joy and the Jubilee
The 2025 Jubilee year begins in less than a week. John Bergsma joins us as we continue our conversation on the Biblical roots of this celebration.

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